Chunyuan Yang | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Research Award

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Mr. Chunyuan Yang | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Research Award

Qujing Normal University | China

Mr. Chunyuan Yang is an emerging researcher in the field of Artificial Intelligence and computational design, contributing to the intersection of aesthetics, lighting, and intelligent systems. With an h-index of 1, 3 research documents, and 4 citations to his credit, his academic work reflects growing recognition in the AI-driven design domain. His recent publication, “An Aesthetic Modeling Model for Indoor Lighting in Artificial Intelligence Design under Color Contrast Conditions” in Procedia Computer Science (2025), explores innovative approaches to optimizing indoor lighting through AI-based modeling, focusing on the relationship between color contrast and visual perception. Mr. Yang’s research emphasizes the fusion of artificial intelligence with architectural and environmental aesthetics, enhancing user-centered design through computational creativity. His studies demonstrate the potential of machine learning algorithms to improve spatial quality and energy efficiency in interior environments. Through a multidisciplinary approach, he contributes to advancing intelligent lighting design, sustainable architecture, and human-centric computational modeling. His growing academic footprint highlights a promising trajectory in applied AI research within design and computational aesthetics.

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Featured Publication

Zhao, J., & Yang, C. (2025). An aesthetic modeling model for indoor lighting in artificial intelligence design under color contrast conditions. Procedia Computer Science, 262, 620–628.

 

Taehyun Lee | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Taehyun Lee | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Korea University | South Korea

Ms. Taehyun Lee is an emerging researcher whose scholarly work explores the intersection of behavioral economics and personality psychology. Her recent publication, “The Relationship Between Household Debt and the Big Five Personality Traits,” in the Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Economics , co-authored with Almas Heshmati, examines how individual personality dimensions influence financial decision-making and debt behavior. This study contributes to understanding the psychological underpinnings of economic actions and the broader implications for household financial stability. Ms. Lee’s research demonstrates a commitment to integrating quantitative analysis with behavioral insights to address real-world economic issues. According to citation metrics, her academic contributions have received 2 citations from 2 documents, reflecting growing recognition in the field. She holds an h-index of 1, underscoring the early but promising trajectory of her research career. Through her work, Ms. Lee adds valuable empirical evidence to the discourse on how personality traits shape economic behavior, offering meaningful implications for policy formulation, consumer behavior analysis, and financial literacy initiatives.

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Featured Publication

Lee, T., & Heshmati, A. (2025). The relationship between household debt and the Big Five personality traits. Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Economics, 119, 102468.

Jyoti kumari Sharma | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Jyoti kumari Sharma | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Editorial Board Member

Balurghat College | India

Dr. Jyoti Kumari Sharma is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Balurghat College, specializing in Econometrics, Developmental Economics, Indian Economics, Agricultural Economics, Public Finance, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematical Economics, Statistics, and International Trade. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics with a focus on inclusive growth in India, reflecting her expertise in socio-economic development and policy analysis. Dr. Sharma has demonstrated academic excellence throughout her career, earning multiple gold medals during her M.A. in Economics, along with awards for teaching excellence and high rankings in scientific indices. She has extensive teaching experience across reputed institutions, including ICFAI University and Salesian College, and actively engages in UGC-sponsored faculty development and refresher programs. Her research contributions include 14 publications spanning journal articles and book chapters, addressing themes such as inclusive growth, financial inclusion, socio-economic determinants of development, inclusive healthcare, employment opportunities, and educational impacts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work emphasizes the integration of equitable growth strategies with practical socio-economic solutions in India, contributing significantly to academic discourse and policy frameworks. Additionally, she holds lifetime memberships in seven professional and academic organizations, highlighting her active engagement with the broader research and educational community. Through her teaching, research, and publications, Dr. Sharma has established herself as a notable scholar in economics, fostering knowledge and innovation in inclusive growth and development studies.

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Featured Publications

Sharma, J. K. (2025). Inclusive growth in India with special reference to its socio-economic perspective: Tree of Inclusive: A framework of equity, prosperity and social justice in India (1st ed., 268 pp.). New Delhi: Abhijeet Publication.

Sharma, J. K. (2024). Inclusive infrastructure: The various branches of inclusive growth facilitate the spread and reach of balanced regional development in India. International Research Journal of Economics and Management Studies, III(10), 45–64.

Sharma, J. K. (2024). Inclusive growth in India under its socio-economic perspectives. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, XI(12), 25–39.

Sharma, J. K. (2022). Inclusive growth: An analysis towards generating national integration. In A. Das, D. K. Roy, & S. K. Pain (Eds.), In search of equality: Studies in social and economic opportunity (pp. 140–151). New Delhi: New Delhi Publishers.

Sharma, J. K. (2021). Inclusive human resource development: The fruit of inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Research Management–Granthaalayah, IX(1), 302–329.

Sharma, J. K. (2021). The story of socio-economic changes in education sector of India under the COVID-19 pandemic situation. In K. Jana, S. N. Ray, S. Goyal, S. Pal, & R. Ghosh (Eds.), The practicality within the impractical: Impact of pandemic on socioeconomic aspects, policy, education, culture, literature, health, science and business (pp. 116–131). New Delhi: RED’SHINE Publication.

Sharma, J. K. (2020). Financial inclusion: The seed of inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, I(5), 50–65.

Sharma, J. K. (2020). Elements of inclusive growth: The basic socio-economic determinants needed for inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Research Culture Society, IV(9), 43–51.

Sharma, J. K. (2020). Importance of inclusive growth: To achieve sustainable economic development in India. International Research Journal of Management, Sociology and Humanities, XI(6), 260–281.

Sharma, J. K. (2019). Inclusive employment opportunities: The stem of inclusive growth in India. In Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Management, Science, Social Science and Humanities (iCon-MESSSH’19) (pp. 66–88). Phuket, Thailand: Society for Research and Development.

Sharma, J. K. (2019). Inclusive healthcare: The best raw material for progressive and inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, VII(1), 27–47.

Sharma, J. K. (2018). Inclusive education: The root of inclusive growth in India. South India Journal of Social Sciences, XVI(2), 19–35.

Sharma, J. K. (2013). Inclusive growth – Some basics. In K. Dutta & K. K. Bagchi (Eds.), Regional economic development (some selected issues) (pp. 75–92). New Delhi: Abhijeet Publication.

Sharma, J. K. (2012). Educated unemployment: The main problem of present-day students. In K. Dutta, A. Bhumali, & C. K. Mukhopadhyay (Eds.), Regional economic development & women’s empowerment (pp. 163–169). New Delhi: New Delhi Publication.

Luo Kun | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Luo Kun | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Anhui Normal University | Zimbabwe

Prof. Luo Kun is a distinguished scholar in industrial economics, financial management, and corporate governance, with a notable academic footprint reflected in his h-index of 5, 10 publications, and 125 citations across 122 documents. He earned his Doctorate in Industrial Economics from East China Normal University, following a Master’s in Comparative Education (Education Economics) from Sichuan Normal University and a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from the Industrial and Commercial University of Chongqing. Currently serving as a Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at the School of Economics and Management, Anhui Normal University, he has also been a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. Prof. Luo’s research primarily explores corporate sustainability, environmental governance, and green transformation in Chinese enterprises. His impactful works, published in top-tier journals such as The British Accounting Review, Sustainable Development, Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility, and Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, highlight the intersection of governance, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Over his career, he has led several key research projects funded by the Ministry of Education and Anhui Province, contributing significantly to advancing corporate ESG practices, behavioral economics, and institutional reforms in higher education and state-owned enterprises.

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Featured Publications

Luo, K., Gao, T. Y., Tian, G. G., & Yao, D. F. (2025). Green is the new gold: The role of professional managers in enhancing ESG performance in Chinese state-owned enterprises. The British Accounting Review. (Forthcoming)

Luo, K., & Wang, X. L. (2025). Green investor entry and corporate green transformation: Evidence from Chinese resource-based industry. Resources Policy. (Forthcoming)

Luo, K., Liu, X. Y., Wang, X. L., & Ye, L. (2024). High-speed rail opening and corporate environmental responsibility performance: Analysis of talent aggregation and supervisory pressure. Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility. (Forthcoming)

Luo, K., Huang, Y., & Lv, Y. (2024). Non-state shareholder governance and corporate sustainability: Evidence from environmental, social and governance ratings. Sustainable Development, 32(1), 211–226.

Luo, K., & Zhang, K. (2024). Executive's environmental background and sustainable development: Evidence from substantial green innovation. Sustainable Development, 32(5), 4812–4828.

Chen, S., Leng, X., & Luo, K. (2024). Supply chain digitalization and corporate ESG performance. American Journal of Economics and Sociology, 00, 1–27.

Luo, K., Gao, T. Y., & Li, Y. X. (2023). Board authority culture, cultural diversity and corporate innovation. China Journal of Accounting Studies.

Luo, K., & Wu, S. (2022). Corporate sustainability and analysts’ earnings forecast accuracy: Evidence from environmental, social and governance ratings. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 29(5), 1465–1481.

Luo, K., Lim, E., Qu, W., & Zhang, X. (2021). Board cultural diversity, government intervention and corporate innovation effectiveness: Evidence from China. Journal of Contemporary Accounting & Economics, 17(2).

Jyoti kumari Sharma | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Jyoti kumari Sharma | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Excellence in Research Award

Balurghat College | India

Dr. Jyoti Kumari Sharma is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Balurghat College, specializing in Econometrics, Developmental Economics, Indian Economics, Agricultural Economics, Public Finance, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematical Economics, Statistics, and International Trade. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics with a focus on inclusive growth in India, reflecting her expertise in socio-economic development and policy analysis. Dr. Sharma has demonstrated academic excellence throughout her career, earning multiple gold medals during her M.A. in Economics, along with awards for teaching excellence and high rankings in scientific indices. She has extensive teaching experience across reputed institutions, including ICFAI University and Salesian College, and actively engages in UGC-sponsored faculty development and refresher programs. Her research contributions include 14 publications spanning journal articles and book chapters, addressing themes such as inclusive growth, financial inclusion, socio-economic determinants of development, inclusive healthcare, employment opportunities, and educational impacts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work emphasizes the integration of equitable growth strategies with practical socio-economic solutions in India, contributing significantly to academic discourse and policy frameworks. Additionally, she holds lifetime memberships in seven professional and academic organizations, highlighting her active engagement with the broader research and educational community. Through her teaching, research, and publications, Dr. Sharma has established herself as a notable scholar in economics, fostering knowledge and innovation in inclusive growth and development studies.

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Featured Publications

Sharma, J. K. (2025). Inclusive growth in India with special reference to its socio-economic perspective: Tree of Inclusive: A framework of equity, prosperity and social justice in India (1st ed., 268 pp.). New Delhi: Abhijeet Publication.

Sharma, J. K. (2024). Inclusive infrastructure: The various branches of inclusive growth facilitate the spread and reach of balanced regional development in India. International Research Journal of Economics and Management Studies, III(10), 45–64.

Sharma, J. K. (2024). Inclusive growth in India under its socio-economic perspectives. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, XI(12), 25–39.

Sharma, J. K. (2022). Inclusive growth: An analysis towards generating national integration. In A. Das, D. K. Roy, & S. K. Pain (Eds.), In search of equality: Studies in social and economic opportunity (pp. 140–151). New Delhi: New Delhi Publishers.

Sharma, J. K. (2021). Inclusive human resource development: The fruit of inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Research Management–Granthaalayah, IX(1), 302–329.

Sharma, J. K. (2021). The story of socio-economic changes in education sector of India under the COVID-19 pandemic situation. In K. Jana, S. N. Ray, S. Goyal, S. Pal, & R. Ghosh (Eds.), The practicality within the impractical: Impact of pandemic on socioeconomic aspects, policy, education, culture, literature, health, science and business (pp. 116–131). New Delhi: RED’SHINE Publication.

Sharma, J. K. (2020). Financial inclusion: The seed of inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, I(5), 50–65.

Sharma, J. K. (2020). Elements of inclusive growth: The basic socio-economic determinants needed for inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Research Culture Society, IV(9), 43–51.

Sharma, J. K. (2020). Importance of inclusive growth: To achieve sustainable economic development in India. International Research Journal of Management, Sociology and Humanities, XI(6), 260–281.

Sharma, J. K. (2019). Inclusive employment opportunities: The stem of inclusive growth in India. In Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Management, Science, Social Science and Humanities (iCon-MESSSH’19) (pp. 66–88). Phuket, Thailand: Society for Research and Development.

Sharma, J. K. (2019). Inclusive healthcare: The best raw material for progressive and inclusive growth in India. International Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, VII(1), 27–47.

Sharma, J. K. (2018). Inclusive education: The root of inclusive growth in India. South India Journal of Social Sciences, XVI(2), 19–35.

Sharma, J. K. (2013). Inclusive growth – Some basics. In K. Dutta & K. K. Bagchi (Eds.), Regional economic development (some selected issues) (pp. 75–92). New Delhi: Abhijeet Publication.

Sharma, J. K. (2012). Educated unemployment: The main problem of present-day students. In K. Dutta, A. Bhumali, & C. K. Mukhopadhyay (Eds.), Regional economic development & women's empowerment (pp. 163–169). New Delhi: New Delhi Publication.

Sjaak Bloem | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Sjaak Bloem | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Nyenrode Business University | Netherlands

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Dr. Sjaak Bloem began his journey into the academic world with a profound interest in marketing, behavioral economics, and healthcare systems. His early studies laid a strong interdisciplinary foundation, combining the fields of economics, psychology, and public health. These formative years not only fueled his curiosity but also established the intellectual rigor that has since defined his scholarly work.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Since 2011, Prof. Bloem has served as a distinguished faculty member at Nyenrode Business University in Breukelen, Netherlands, where he is a Professor at the Center of Marketing & Supply Chain Management. His academic role is marked by a dedication to teaching, curriculum innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. Through this position, he has been instrumental in shaping future leaders and advancing research-driven practices within the university and beyond.

🧠 Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Bloem’s research spans a dynamic range of topics at the intersection of health economics, behavioral science, and work rehabilitation. He co-authored impactful studies such as:

  • 🔹“Deploying the Substitutive and Complementary Approaches to Enhance Predictions of Health Behaviour in Health Economics” (2025) – a quantitative exploration of behavioral predictions in healthcare.

  • 🔹“Disease Acceptance and Control from the Subjective Health Experience Model” (2025) – investigating health perception in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.

  • 🔹“Including ‘Work as a Treatment Goal’ in the Care for Patients with Chronic Diseases” (2024) – advocating for employment as a component of chronic illness management.

His interdisciplinary approach merges theoretical insight with real-world applicability, influencing both academic and policy discussions in public health and occupational rehabilitation.

🏅 Accolades and Recognition

Prof. Bloem’s scholarly excellence is widely recognized within academic circles. His work has been published in prominent journals like Healthcare, Biomedicines, and the Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation. He is frequently cited for his thought leadership in health behavior prediction and integrative care models. His collaborations with prominent researchers and institutions further highlight the credibility and impact of his contributions.

🌍 Impact and Influence

The societal relevance of Prof. Bloem’s research is profound. By focusing on disease management through the lens of acceptance, work, and health behavior, he bridges clinical insight with socioeconomic imperatives. His findings influence healthcare policy, employer-based interventions, and patient-centered care frameworks. Through his work, he brings measurable improvement to the lives of individuals dealing with chronic diseases and supports more holistic healthcare delivery models.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

As he continues to advance research and mentor the next generation of scholars, Prof. Bloem is set to leave a lasting legacy in both academia and public health. His future endeavors are expected to delve deeper into digital health strategies, behavioral analytics, and sustainable healthcare design. His interdisciplinary insights will undoubtedly continue to shape policies and practices that prioritize not just treatment—but thriving human potential.

Publications

📄 Deploying the Substitutive and Complementary Approaches to Enhance Predictions of Health Behaviour in Health Economics: A Quantitative Study
Authors: Damien S. E. Broekharst, Sjaak Bloem, Edward A. G. Groenland, Patrick P. T. Jeurissen, Michel van Agthoven
Journal: Healthcare
Year: 2025

📄 Disease Acceptance and Control from the Subjective Health Experience Model as Health Perception Predictors in Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases
Authors: Tessa S. Folkertsma, Sjaak Bloem, Robert M. Vodegel, Reinhard Bos, Greetje J. Tack
Journal: Biomedicines
Year: 2025

📄 Including ‘Work as a Treatment Goal’ in the Care for Patients with Chronic Diseases
Authors: Desiree J. S. Dona, Marlies E. W. J. Peters, Theo F. Senden, Sjaak Bloem, Herman Bartstra, Marieke T. Jacobs, Frederieke G. Schaafsma, Patrick Jeurissen
Journal: Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation
Year: 2024

 

Tayyaba Rani | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Tayyaba Rani | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Xi'an Jiaotong University | China

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Ms. Tayyaba Rani’s academic journey is marked by a strong foundation in commerce and finance. She earned her Master of Philosophy in Commerce from Government College University, Faisalabad, achieving an impressive CGPA of 3.71/4.0. Prior to that, she completed a Master of Commerce at the same institution, followed by a Bachelor of Commerce from University of Punjab, Lahore. Her early academic years were distinguished by excellence in economics, computer sciences, and finance, setting the stage for a successful research career. Her commitment to academic excellence was further recognized when she secured First Position at Government College for Women, Faisalabad and received a Silver Medal for being the second topper in her Master’s program.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

With a passion for education, Ms. Rani has been serving as a Commerce Lecturer at Qasmia College of Commerce & Sciences, Faisalabad since 2018. She imparts her knowledge of banking, finance, and accounting to graduate students, emphasizing practical applications such as bank reconciliation, ratio analysis, and business principles. She has also contributed as a Visiting Lecturer at Government College University, Faisalabad, where she taught Financial Management and Marketing to Master’s students, covering key topics like corporate finance, capital structure, and asset pricing. Additionally, her role as an Assistant Accountant at the Population Welfare Department, Faisalabad strengthened her practical expertise in financial statements, profit and loss accounts, and budget preparation.

📚 Contributions and Research Focus

Ms. Rani’s research is at the intersection of financial development, economic sustainability, and environmental policies. Her scholarly work addresses critical global issues such as carbon emissions, green technology, globalization, and financial sustainability. She has authored numerous impactful research papers in esteemed journals, including:

  • Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy
  • Environment, Development and Sustainability
  • Economic Research-Ekonomska Istraživanja
  • Energy & Environment
  • Resources Policy
  • Eurasian Business Review

Her publications explore themes such as the role of digitalization in climate change, the impact of globalization on ecological footprints, and fiscal decentralization in developed nations. Her pioneering work provides valuable insights for policymakers striving for sustainable economic growth.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Ms. Rani’s dedication to academics and research has earned her multiple accolades:

  • Silver Medal for being the Second Topper in M.Com at Government College University Faisalabad.
  • First Position at Government College for Women, Faisalabad.
  • Prime Minister Laptop Scheme Award, recognizing her academic brilliance.
  • Excellent Teacher Award from Qasmia College of Commerce & Sciences.
  • Best English Debater Award from Government College University Faisalabad.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Ms. Rani’s influence extends beyond academia into research and policy discussions. She has actively participated in international conferences and workshops focused on energy management, sustainable development, and research excellence. Notable engagements include:

  • Energy Management in Achieving Global Sustainable Development Goals (Malaysia, 2022)
  • International Conference on Regional Cooperation for Economic Growth (Malaysia, 2022)
  • Workshops on Research Excellence by Higher Education Commission, Pakistan
  • UASR Virtual Summer Course on Traditional Chinese Culture (Xi'an Jiaotong University, China)

Her participation in these platforms highlights her commitment to fostering global collaborations and driving economic and environmental sustainability initiatives.

🚀 Legacy and Future Contributions

Ms. Tayyaba Rani aspires to continue her journey as a leading researcher in finance, economics, and environmental sustainability. She aims to contribute to institutional growth by mentoring students and engaging in cutting-edge research that bridges financial development with ecological well-being. With her strong analytical skills, dedication to education, and passion for sustainable progress, she is well on her way to making a lasting impact in academia and policy-making. Her future endeavors will likely focus on expanding her research collaborations, enhancing financial policies for sustainability, and leveraging digital innovations to address environmental challenges.

 

Publications

  • 📄 The asymmetric impact of energy shortages on sustainable development, human development, and economic growth in South Asian countries: The moderating role of globalization

    • Authors: Feng Wang, Tayyaba Rani, Muhammad Asif Amjad

    • Journal: Energy Policy

    • Year: 2025

  • 📄 Resource curse, energy consumption, and moderating role of digital governance: Insights from South Asian countries

    • Authors: Feng Wang, Tayyaba Rani, Asif Razzaq

    • Journal: Resources Policy

    • Year: 2024

  • 📄 Digitalization's role in shaping climate change, renewable energy, and technological innovation for achieving sustainable development in top Asian countries

    • Authors: Chao Huang, Chunlei Wang, Tayyaba Rani, Syed Aziz Ur Rehman

    • Journal: Energy & Environment

    • Year: 2024

  • 📄 Exploring the moderating effect of globalization, financial development, and environmental degradation nexus: A roadmap to sustainable development

    • Authors: Tayyaba Rani, Muhammad Asif Amjad, Nabila Asghar, Hafeez Ur Rehman

    • Journal: Environment, Development and Sustainability

    • Year: 2023

  • 📄 A cross-sectoral analysis of energy shortages in Pakistan: Based on supply-driven input-output model

    • Authors: Tayyaba Rani, Feng Wang, Atif Awad, Jingfei Zhao

    • Journal: Economic Research-Ekonomska Istraživanja

    • Year: 2023

 

Myeong Jun Kim | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Myeong Jun Kim | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Kongju National University | South Korea

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📚 Early Academic Pursuits

Assist. Prof. Dr. Myeong Jun Kim embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in economics, earning his B.A. in Economics from Korea University in 2009. His passion for economic research led him to pursue an M.A. in Economics at the same institution, which he successfully completed in 2011. Furthering his academic excellence, he obtained a Ph.D. in Economics from the School of Economics at Chung-Ang University in 2017. His dissertation, titled "Essays on Time-Varying Parameter Models with Applications to Macroeconomics and Finance," under the guidance of Professor Sung Y. Park, showcased his deep interest in econometric modeling and its practical applications.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

Dr. Kim's academic career has been distinguished by his contributions to international institutions. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Division of International Studies at Kongju National University, Korea. Prior to this, he held a similar position at the School of Economics and Finance at South China University of Technology from 2017 to 2023. His teaching career also includes a tenure as a Lecturer at Korea Aerospace University between 2013 and 2015. Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Kim has nurtured aspiring economists, offering courses in Econometrics, Financial Statistics, and Advanced Econometrics, among others.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Kim’s research spans a broad spectrum of economic fields, including Applied Macroeconomics, Applied Econometrics, Empirical Finance, Environmental Economics, and Climate Change. His extensive list of publications in high-impact journals such as Applied Economics Letters, Finance Research Letters, Empirical Economics, and Journal of the Asia Pacific Economy underscores his expertise in quantitative economic analysis. His work particularly delves into time-varying parameter models, financial market efficiency, cryptocurrency dynamics, and macroeconomic trends. His research also extends to exploring socio-political factors in economic development, as demonstrated in his study on the relationship between household income and socio-political capital in rural Vietnam. His ongoing projects further emphasize his commitment to addressing pressing economic issues, including stock market contagion, energy pricing dynamics, and the economic impacts of policy changes.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Kim has gained recognition for his groundbreaking research, with numerous publications in esteemed SSCI-indexed journals. His contributions to economic literature have earned him research funding, including start-up funding from South China University of Technology in 2017. His participation in prestigious international conferences, including those organized by the Sungkyun Economic Research Institute, the Korea Institution and Economics Association, and the International Conference on Energy Finance, reflects his standing in the global academic community.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Kim's research has significantly influenced the understanding of market dynamics, economic policy effectiveness, and financial modeling. His work on the causal relationships among cryptocurrencies and their role as a hedge against traditional financial assets has provided valuable insights into the evolving digital finance landscape. His expertise in econometrics and applied macroeconomics has shaped policy discussions and provided analytical frameworks for economic forecasting and risk assessment. As an educator, Dr. Kim has mentored numerous students, equipping them with analytical skills essential for tackling real-world economic challenges. His interdisciplinary approach, combining macroeconomics, finance, and environmental economics, continues to inspire young researchers.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Kim aims to further his contributions to economic research, with a focus on climate change economics, financial stability, and policy effectiveness. His ongoing projects, such as re-examining the long-term impact of cigarette price hikes and analyzing the linkages between global equity markets, highlight his commitment to addressing contemporary economic challenges. With an ever-growing portfolio of influential research and academic contributions, Dr. Kim is poised to continue shaping the field of economics for years to come. His dedication to empirical research and policy-relevant economic analysis cements his legacy as a distinguished economist whose work bridges academia and real-world economic applications.

Publications

  • 📄 Forecasting Ultrafine Dust Concentrations in Seoul: A Machine Learning Approach

    • Authors: Sophia Park, Myeong Jun Kim
    • Journal: Atmosphere
    • Year: 2025

  • 📄 Is art market efficient? Evidence from non-linear quantile unit-root tests

    • Authors: Myeong Jun Kim, Sung Y. Park
    • Journal: Applied Economics Letters
    • Year: 2024

  • 📄 Quantile causal relationship between Bitcoin and stock indices

    • Authors: Myeong Jun Kim, Sung Y. Park
    • Journal: Journal of the Asia Pacific Economy
    • Year: 2024

  • 📄 Testing for market efficiency in cryptocurrencies: Evidence from a non-linear conditional quantile framework

    • Authors: Myeong Jun Kim, Sung Y. Park
    • Journal: Applied Economics Letters
    • Year: 2023

  • 📄 Relationship between household income and socio-political capital in rural Vietnam: A panel quantile regression approach

    • Authors: Myeong Jun Kim, Tram T. H. Nguyen, Sung Y. Park
    • Journal: Applied Economics Letters
    • Year: 2022

 

Guohua Hu | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Guohua Hu | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Forestry University | China

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Guohua Hu embarked on his academic journey at North China University of Technology, where he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering. His focus on technology management laid a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research career. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Climate Economics at Beijing Forestry University, delving into the economic aspects of environmental sustainability and agroforestry economic management. His early academic experiences shaped his analytical approach and research methodologies, enabling him to bridge technology and economic policy effectively.

💼 Professional Endeavors

With four years of research experience, Dr. Hu has worked extensively on projects at the intersection of economic theory, innovation management, and technological adaptation. His professional journey has been marked by insightful contributions to innovation communities, crowdfunding investment behaviors, sustainable consumer choices, and real estate market analytics. His commitment to economic research has not only enriched academic literature but has also provided practical frameworks for businesses and policymakers. Dr. Hu has also been actively involved in consultancy, guiding industry projects and contributing to collaborative research initiatives.

🌍 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Hu's research is characterized by a strong interdisciplinary approach, focusing on:

  • Innovation and Information Adoption: His study on information adoption within innovation communities provided a new theoretical model for understanding product development dynamics.
  • Crowdfunding and Behavioral Economics: His research on investment intentions in crowdfunding platforms has contributed significantly to understanding the psychological factors that influence financial decision-making.
  • Sustainable Consumer Behavior: His work on electric vehicle purchasing decisions, particularly the adoption of battery-swap models, offers crucial insights for policymakers and the automotive industry.
  • Data Science in Economic Studies: The application of advanced machine learning models such as XGBoost and LightGBM in housing rental price predictions has demonstrated his ability to integrate economic theories with cutting-edge data analytics.

His extensive research portfolio includes six completed or ongoing projects, three Scopus-indexed journal publications, and two books. His work highlights the practical implications of economic theories in real-world decision-making.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Hu's impactful research has been recognized through multiple academic and professional honors. With a cumulative impact factor of 8 in the last three years and an H-index of 4, his work has garnered substantial academic recognition. He has received two prestigious awards for his contributions to economic and environmental research. His research has also been presented at two international conferences, further solidifying his reputation in the academic community.

🔧 Impact and Influence

Dr. Hu’s research has far-reaching implications, influencing both academia and industry. His findings on innovation communities and crowdfunding investments offer strategic insights for entrepreneurs and investors. His contributions to electric vehicle market strategies provide essential policy recommendations for the adoption of sustainable transportation solutions. Furthermore, his expertise in applying machine learning to economic modeling enhances the precision and predictive power of economic research, benefiting stakeholders in various sectors, including real estate and environmental economics.

💡 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Hu is committed to advancing research in climate economics and agroforestry economic management. He aims to expand his studies on sustainable financial mechanisms and their role in addressing climate change. Additionally, he plans to strengthen collaborations with universities, industries, and policymakers to drive innovation and economic resilience in environmental management. His dedication to integrating data science with economic policy positions him as a thought leader in the evolving landscape of climate economics and technological adaptation.

 

Publications

  • 📄 Research on the Formation Mechanism of the Purchasing Behavior of Electric Vehicles with a Battery-Swap Mode
    Authors: Siyan Xu, Guohua Hu, Hui Han
    Journal: World Electric Vehicle Journal
    Year: 2025

  • 📄 Exploring the Mechanism of Crowdfunding Investment Intention: A Grounded Theory Analysis Based on Mental Health
    Author: Guohua Hu
    Journal: Medicine
    Year: 2024

  • 📄 New Product Developers' Information Adoption and Mental Health in Innovation Community
    Authors: Guohua Hu, Yan Liu, Xiaobo Tao
    Journal: International Journal of Mental Health Nursing
    Year: 2023

 

Siqi Zhang | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Siqi Zhang | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Stanford University | United States

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Siqi Zhang embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Xi’an Jiaotong University City College (2010–2014). Her passion for understanding the socioeconomic dynamics in rural China propelled her to pursue a Ph.D. in Economics at Shaanxi Normal University (2015–2021). During her doctoral studies, she laid the groundwork for her future research, focusing on development economics, early childhood education, and public policy.

🧑‍💼 Professional Endeavors

Currently a Postdoctoral Scholar at Stanford University's Center on China’s Economy and Institutions (since 2023), Dr. Zhang has demonstrated remarkable leadership by spearheading seven impactful research projects that have influenced policies for child development in rural China. Her previous tenure as a Research Assistant at Shaanxi Normal University further honed her research acumen. Dr. Zhang’s field experience includes extensive collaborations on randomized controlled trials across rural regions, solidifying her reputation as an expert in large-scale empirical research.

📚 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Zhang’s research spans development economics, economics of education, and public policy, with a focus on education and human capital in rural China. Her work explores key themes such as early childhood development, parenting interventions, and cognitive and non-cognitive educational outcomes. Through over 20 peer-reviewed publications, including articles in World Development and BMC Public Health, she has shed light on critical issues like anemia in children, caregivers’ mental health, and the impacts of urbanization on rural education.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Zhang’s excellence has been recognized through numerous awards, including the National Scholarship from China’s Ministry of Education (2020), and multiple university-level scholarships and honors during her academic journey. Her achievements reflect her dedication to both academic and practical advancements in her field.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Zhang’s research has transcended academia, driving meaningful change in public policy. Her studies on nutrition, parenting practices, and early childhood interventions have informed strategies to address developmental delays and educational disparities in rural China. By managing fieldwork involving over 5,600 caregiver-child pairs, she has provided robust data for policymakers and social organizations to act upon.

💡 Legacy and Future Contributions

With her deep expertise, Dr. Zhang is poised to leave a lasting legacy in the fields of development and educational economics. As she continues her work at Stanford and beyond, her commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable populations in rural China ensures her contributions will inspire future generations of researchers and policymakers. Her dedication to mentoring and teaching underscores her influence in shaping the next wave of thought leaders in experimental economics and public policy.

 

Publications

📄 The medium-term impact of a micronutrient powder intervention on anemia among young children in Rural China

  • Authors: Zhang, S., Wang, L., Luo, R., Rozelle, S., Sylvia, S.
  • Journal: BMC Public Health
  • Year: 2024

📄 Preschool quality and developmental outcomes of preschool children in rural China: Evidence from longitudinal and subgroup analyses

  • Authors: Wang, L., Jiang, D., Pang, J., Zhang, S., Rozelle, S.
  • Journal: Children and Youth Services Review
  • Year: 2024

📄 Paths of cognitive and social-emotional delays before age three in rural China: Predictive power on skills at preschool age

  • Authors: Wang, L., Jiang, D., Chen, Y., Zhang, S., Rozelle, S.
  • Journal: PLoS ONE
  • Year: 2024

📄 Caregivers’ parenting beliefs, practices, and child developmental outcomes: Evidence from randomized controlled trials in rural China

  • Authors: Wang, L., Jiang, D., Zhang, S., Rozelle, S.
  • Journal: World Development
  • Year: 2024

📄 Investing in disadvantaged children for common prosperity in China

  • Authors: Emmers, D., Wang, H., Wang, L., Jiang, F., Rozelle, S.
  • Journal: Chinese Sociological Review
  • Year: 2024